Energy and Climate: Mohamed Arkab and Prof. Elias Zerhouni Discuss Decarbonization Strategies

Mohamed Arkab, Minister of State and Minister of Energy and Mines, met with Professor Elias Zerhouni, coordinator of the Supreme Council of the National Scientific Community Abroad, along with council members. The discussion focused on lowering methane emissions and carbon footprints within the hydrocarbon sector through advanced technological solutions. Key topics included collaborative research and development across the oil and gas value chain and technologies for seawater desalination. Minister Arkab outlined the ministry's strategic roadmap, emphasizing the need for local content development, the localization of high-tech industrial equipment, and the adoption of low-carbon processes. This engagement aligns with the presidential directive to strengthen ties with Algerian scientific experts living abroad and leverage their expertise for national industrial growth.